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'''Christchurch Convention Centre Precinct''' is located in [[Christchurch Central City]], New Zealand. It includes the Te Pae [[Convention center|Convention centre.]] The construction of the precinct was funded by the [[Monarchy of New Zealand|Crown]] as part of the [[Christchurch Central Recovery Plan]] following the [[2011 Christchurch earthquake]].<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|date= |
'''Christchurch Convention Centre Precinct''' is located in [[Christchurch Central City]], New Zealand. It includes the Te Pae [[Convention center|Convention centre.]] The construction of the precinct was funded by the [[Monarchy of New Zealand|Crown]] as part of the [[Christchurch Central Recovery Plan]] following the [[2011 Christchurch earthquake]].<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|date=17 December 2021|title=Te Pae opens in Christchurch with 100 events booked for 2022|url=https://www.stuff.co.nz/national/127313356/te-pae-opens-in-christchurch-with-100-events-booked-for-2022|access-date=19 December 2021|website=Stuff|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre|url=https://www.woodsbagot.com/projects/christchurch-convention-centre/|access-date=19 December 2021|website=Woods Bagot|language=en}}</ref> |
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The precinct has an area of approximately 17,000m<sup>2</sup> (182,986ft<sup>2</sup>) |
The precinct has an area of approximately 17,000m<sup>2</sup> (182,986ft<sup>2</sup>) |
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== Christchurch Convention Centre (Te Pae) == |
== Christchurch Convention Centre (Te Pae) == |
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Ōtākaro Ltd. opened the Te Pae convention centre on |
Ōtākaro Ltd. opened the Te Pae convention centre on 17 December 2021, following several delays, primarily due to a delay in construction and commissioning caused by [[COVID-19 pandemic in New Zealand|Covid-19 restrictions]] as the original date was supposed to be in 2017. At a price of $450 million NZD, it came in slightly under budget.<ref name=":0" /> |
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[[File:Avon River with Christchurch Convention Centre Precinct, Christchurch, New Zealand.jpg|left|thumb|165x165px|Construction of the precinct shown across the [[Avon River / Ōtākaro|Avon River]]]] |
[[File:Avon River with Christchurch Convention Centre Precinct, Christchurch, New Zealand.jpg|left|thumb|165x165px|Construction of the precinct shown across the [[Avon River / Ōtākaro|Avon River]]]] |
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== Facilities and design == |
== Facilities and design == |
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Te Pae was designed by [[Woods Bagot]] & [[Warren and Mahoney|Warren and Mahoney.]]<ref>{{Cite web|title=Christchurch Convention Centre » Otakaro Ltd » Otakaro Ltd|url=https://www.otakaroltd.co.nz/anchor-projects/convention-centre/|access-date= |
Te Pae was designed by [[Woods Bagot]] & [[Warren and Mahoney|Warren and Mahoney.]]<ref>{{Cite web|title=Christchurch Convention Centre » Otakaro Ltd » Otakaro Ltd|url=https://www.otakaroltd.co.nz/anchor-projects/convention-centre/|access-date=19 December 2021|website=www.otakaroltd.co.nz}}</ref> |
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[[File:Convention Centre Precinct, Christchurch, New Zealand 07.jpg|left|thumb|Exterior tiles of Te Pae|166x166px]] |
[[File:Convention Centre Precinct, Christchurch, New Zealand 07.jpg|left|thumb|Exterior tiles of Te Pae|166x166px]] |
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The 43,000 exterior tiles reflect the [[Canterbury, New Zealand|Canterbury]] region's braided rivers; the river concept is extended throughout the building, influencing the shape of the windows and the carpet design. |
The 43,000 exterior tiles reflect the [[Canterbury, New Zealand|Canterbury]] region's braided rivers; the river concept is extended throughout the building, influencing the shape of the windows and the carpet design. |
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The [[Avon River / Ōtākaro|Avon River]], [[Victoria Square, Christchurch|Victoria Square]], and [[Cathedral Square, Christchurch|Cathedral Square]] are visible from the building. |
The [[Avon River / Ōtākaro|Avon River]], [[Victoria Square, Christchurch|Victoria Square]], and [[Cathedral Square, Christchurch|Cathedral Square]] are visible from the building. |
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The reception area contains a marble reception desk, timber columns, and an illuminated artwork named Hana, designed by sculptor Loni Hutchinson. It includes a 1400-seat [[auditorium]] that can divide into two 700-seat areas. There are numerous [[Conference hall|conference rooms]] downstairs and a 2800m<sup>2</sup> exhibition hall that can be partitioned or enlarged to 3300m<sup>2</sup>. The [[banquet hall]] has a capacity of 1000 people used for gatherings and [[Seminar|seminars]]. The River Rooms, which overlook the Avon River, can accommodate up to 500 people apiece. They can be joined to accommodate 1,000 guests for major [[Banquet|banquets]] and gala events.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|date= |
The reception area contains a marble reception desk, timber columns, and an illuminated artwork named Hana, designed by sculptor Loni Hutchinson. It includes a 1400-seat [[auditorium]] that can divide into two 700-seat areas. There are numerous [[Conference hall|conference rooms]] downstairs and a 2800m<sup>2</sup> exhibition hall that can be partitioned or enlarged to 3300m<sup>2</sup>. The [[banquet hall]] has a capacity of 1000 people used for gatherings and [[Seminar|seminars]]. The River Rooms, which overlook the Avon River, can accommodate up to 500 people apiece. They can be joined to accommodate 1,000 guests for major [[Banquet|banquets]] and gala events.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|date=17 December 2021|title=Te Pae opens in Christchurch with 100 events booked for 2022|url=https://www.stuff.co.nz/national/127313356/te-pae-opens-in-christchurch-with-100-events-booked-for-2022|access-date=19 December 2021|website=Stuff|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|date=19 February 2021|title=Sneak peek inside Te Pae reveals river-inspired curved lines|url=https://www.stuff.co.nz/the-press/news/124295095/sneak-peek-inside-te-pae-reveals-riverinspired-curved-lines|access-date=19 December 2021|website=Stuff|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|title=River Rooms|url=https://www.tepae.co.nz/Plan/Rooms-Spaces/River-Rooms|access-date=19 December 2021|website=www.tepae.co.nz}}</ref> |
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== Management == |
== Management == |
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[[ASM Global]], an Australian company, will manage the building, which will employ 200 people. Fifty people will be employed full-time, while 150 will be employed part-time to provide technical, hospitality, and security services for events.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|date= |
[[ASM Global]], an Australian company, will manage the building, which will employ 200 people. Fifty people will be employed full-time, while 150 will be employed part-time to provide technical, hospitality, and security services for events.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|date=17 December 2021|title=Te Pae opens in Christchurch with 100 events booked for 2022|url=https://www.stuff.co.nz/national/127313356/te-pae-opens-in-christchurch-with-100-events-booked-for-2022|access-date=19 December 2021|website=Stuff|language=en}}</ref> |
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== References == |
== References == |
Revision as of 22:26, 19 December 2021
Christchurch Convention Centre Precinct | |
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Location | Christchurch Central City, Christchurch, New Zealand |
Coordinates | 43°31′47″S 172°38′08″E / 43.52969°S 172.63557°E |
Owner | Ōtākaro Ltd |
Operator | ASM Global |
Architect | Woods Bagot & Warren and Mahoney |
Opened | 17 December 2021 |
Construction cost | NZ$ 450 million |
Theatre seating | 1,400 |
Enclosed space | |
• Exhibit hall floor | 2,800 square metres (30,000 sq ft) |
• Breakout/meeting | 1,600 square metres (17,000 sq ft) |
Website | |
https://www.tepae.co.nz/ |
Christchurch Convention Centre Precinct is located in Christchurch Central City, New Zealand. It includes the Te Pae Convention centre. The construction of the precinct was funded by the Crown as part of the Christchurch Central Recovery Plan following the 2011 Christchurch earthquake.[1][2]
The precinct has an area of approximately 17,000m2 (182,986ft2)
Christchurch Convention Centre (Te Pae)
Ōtākaro Ltd. opened the Te Pae convention centre on 17 December 2021, following several delays, primarily due to a delay in construction and commissioning caused by Covid-19 restrictions as the original date was supposed to be in 2017. At a price of $450 million NZD, it came in slightly under budget.[1]
Facilities and design
Te Pae was designed by Woods Bagot & Warren and Mahoney.[3]
The 43,000 exterior tiles reflect the Canterbury region's braided rivers; the river concept is extended throughout the building, influencing the shape of the windows and the carpet design.
The Avon River, Victoria Square, and Cathedral Square are visible from the building.
The reception area contains a marble reception desk, timber columns, and an illuminated artwork named Hana, designed by sculptor Loni Hutchinson. It includes a 1400-seat auditorium that can divide into two 700-seat areas. There are numerous conference rooms downstairs and a 2800m2 exhibition hall that can be partitioned or enlarged to 3300m2. The banquet hall has a capacity of 1000 people used for gatherings and seminars. The River Rooms, which overlook the Avon River, can accommodate up to 500 people apiece. They can be joined to accommodate 1,000 guests for major banquets and gala events.[1][4][5]
Management
ASM Global, an Australian company, will manage the building, which will employ 200 people. Fifty people will be employed full-time, while 150 will be employed part-time to provide technical, hospitality, and security services for events.[1]
References
- ^ a b c d "Te Pae opens in Christchurch with 100 events booked for 2022". Stuff. 17 December 2021. Retrieved 19 December 2021.
- ^ "Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre". Woods Bagot. Retrieved 19 December 2021.
- ^ "Christchurch Convention Centre » Otakaro Ltd » Otakaro Ltd". www.otakaroltd.co.nz. Retrieved 19 December 2021.
- ^ "Sneak peek inside Te Pae reveals river-inspired curved lines". Stuff. 19 February 2021. Retrieved 19 December 2021.
- ^ "River Rooms". www.tepae.co.nz. Retrieved 19 December 2021.